Orthopaedic Surgery
“An orthopaedic surgeon is educated in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. This specialist is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.” – American Board of Medical Specialties, retrieved March 1, 2026
Orthopaedic Surgery Societies
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
- Florida Orthopaedic Society
- Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America
Explore Orthopaedic Surgery
- Orthopedic Subcommittee of Surgery Interest Group
- Careers in Medicine (CiM) – Orthopaedic Surgery
- National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Charting Outcomes Data
- Program Directors Association Guides for Residency Applications – Orthopaedic Surgery